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Justin Herbert's Hand and the Chargers' Playoff Push

December 22, 2025

Justin Herbert is getting the hang of playing with a broken hand. The extra protection helps, and so does facing a defense that can't tackle him. He threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score, leading the Los Angeles Chargers to a 34-17 win over the Dallas Cowboys. This victory keeps the C

crime

A Glimpse into the Mind of a Suspect

December 22, 2025

A man, once known to a physics professor, has been linked to a tragic shooting at Brown University and the death of an MIT professor. The suspect, Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, left a trail of violence that shocked the academic community. Valente, a Portuguese national, was found dead in New Hampsh

business

New Faces and Leaders in Topeka: A Look at Recent Hires and Honors

December 22, 2025

Topeka is buzzing with fresh talent and dedicated leaders. FHLBank Topeka has welcomed five new team members, each bringing unique skills to the table. Di Kang, a PhD candidate, is diving into quantitative risk and modeling. Alex Nuss, formerly at Michel Dental, is now handling wires services. Saman

crypto

Crypto Rules: What's Holding Up the Big Vote?

December 21, 2025

Lawmakers are still figuring out how to regulate cryptocurrency. They wanted to have a big vote on it this year, but it looks like they won't make it in time. Now, they're aiming for early 2026, but there are some big hurdles to overcome. First, there are some key disagreements. One big issue is ho

sports

Kip Lewis: The Texas Tornado on the Football Field

December 20, 2025

Kip Lewis, a standout linebacker for the Oklahoma Sooners, has become a force to be reckoned with on the defensive side of the ball. Hailing from Carthage, Texas, Lewis is no stranger to competition, growing up in a large, athletic family. His father, George Lewis Sr. , played college basketball and

celebrities

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt's Newest Adventure: Parenthood

December 19, 2025

Pete Davidson, a well-known comedian and actor, and Elsie Hewitt, a model and actress, have just become parents. Hewitt, who is 29 years old, shared the exciting news on Instagram. She posted several photos and a video clip, announcing that their baby girl was born on December 12, 2025. The couple

education

A Teacher's Heart: Building Confidence in Special Needs Students

December 19, 2025

Brenda Hebert's journey into education was not planned. It was not until she was older that she found her calling. She wanted to work with students who have special needs. Her passion for teaching began at J. I. Watson, where she started as a substitute teacher in October 2008. One of her first stud

crypto

Crypto Rules: What's Next for Digital Money?

December 19, 2025

A big step is coming for crypto rules. In January, senators will start working on a bill to set up rules for digital money. This bill, called the CLARITY Act, aims to sort out who controls what in the crypto world. The bill passed the House earlier this year, with support from both sides. Now, it's

politics

New US Sanctions on the Horizon for Russia

December 19, 2025

The United States is getting ready to hit Russia with more sanctions. This time, the focus is on the energy sector. The goal? To push President Vladimir Putin to accept a peace deal with Ukraine. What's on the table? The U. S. is looking at targeting Russia's shadow fleet of tankers. These ships he

business

A Business Dispute Takes Flight After Tragic Crash

December 18, 2025

A tragic plane crash in September 2024 left a lasting impact on a Colorado business and its owners. Kyle Scott, a seasoned pilot and co-founder of Colorado Fire Aviation, lost his life when his small plane struck a power line. This event set off a chain of events that led to a legal battle over the